Post-SIM Reflection
Overall, I think this SIM encounter went well. I practiced scenarios many times before and felt adequately prepared to provide a good explanation of sensory processing disorder, bystander, sensory schedule, and occupational therapy in relation to Libby. However, prior to this simulation, I was very nervous for the encounter. I wasn’t sure what to expect from the parent I was going to be interacting with and I didn’t know the proper way to prepare for questions he/she may ask me. Once I was in there and began talking to Ms. Nelson, I felt as if I began to gain my confidence. I felt as if I knew what I was talking about and did an accurate job of describing sensory processing disorder and Libby’s evaluation. A few minutes after beginning, I noticed Ms. Nelson was nodding along with me. I made a note of this and made sure that after something was explained, I verified that she understood the topic and gave her chance to ask any questions if needed. When I first walked in the r...